Ninjabot.C

It spreads and affects other computers.
It affects the productivity of the computer, the network to which it’s connected or other remote sites.
It carries out actions that decrease the security level of the computer.
It spreads
, via IRC.

Affected platforms:

Windows 2003/XP/2000/NT/ME/98/95/3.X

First detected on:

May 11, 2007

Detection updated on:

May 11, 2007

Statistics

No

Proactive protection:

Yes, using TruPrevent Technologies

Brief Description

Ninjabot.C is a worm that spreads by copying itself, without infecting other files.

It captures certain information entered or saved by the user, with the corresponding threat to privacy:
.

It affects productivity, preventing tasks from being carried out:

In the affected computer:
it converts the computer into a platform for taking malicious action surreptitiously: spam sending, launch of Denial of Service attacks, malware distribution, etc.

In the local network:
it generates a large amount of network activity and consumes bandwidth; it carries out denial of service attacks against
file servers on the local network.

It reduces the security level of the computer:
it awaits remote-control orders received through
IRC; it changes system permissions, decreasing the security level.

Ninjabot.C uses the following propagation or distribution methods:

Exploiting vulnerabilities with the intervention of the user: exploiting vulnerabilities in file formats or applications. To exploit them successfully it needs the intervention of the user: opening files, viewing malicious web pages, reading emails, etc.

IRC: It sends a copy of itself to all users connected to the channel to which the infected user is connected.